1984 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
